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1. Will my appointment be
private and confidential?
Yes. I do not offer group sessions
because they typically produce lower success-rates compared to an
individualized approach. A private appointment allows me to
customize the visit to you and your specific food triggers. Federal
law requires your appointment to be 100% confidential, so whatever
we discuss remains between us unless you sign a release form.
2.
What’s the success-rate?
About 96% of my clients experience their
desired changes in eating habits. These changes remain as long as
you are following my directions for long-term success. The technique
I use is designed to produce a change of mind about what you eat and
how much you eat. This can happen only when you follow my
directions.
3.
How many appointments will I need?
Most of my clients need just two
appointments. Some need three, but it’s unusual.
4.
How long will my appointments take?
Appointments take about 60 to 90
minutes. Your actual hypnosis session will be only 12 to 16 minutes.
The bulk of the appointment time is spent gathering information from
you, explaining the process to you, and answering all of your
questions. Remember, the better informed you are the better you’re
going to do. The follow-up appointment is shorter, because I don’t
have to explain the process to you or answer the many questions
people typically have in the initial visit.
5.
How can I succeed with just two or three appointments?
I have a very specific “recipe” for
success. You are going to receive a recording of your hypnosis
session. This is not a generic recording: it is a recording of your
specific session, so it’s customized for you. It is vital that you
listen to the recording, as you fall asleep, every night between
your first and second appointment. This reinforces the in-office
session. In the second office visit, we’ll discuss the changes
you’re experiencing and I’ll create another CD for you. You’ll need
to use CD#2 every night for two weeks, thus doubling the
reinforcement. CD#2 will be a little different from the first CD.
After the two weeks of reinforcement has concluded, you’ll call or
email me and tell me how you’re doing. If your eating habits have
changed, and you’re losing weight without dieting or feeling
deprived, then there’s no need for the third session. You’ll
continue to use CD#2 every other night until you reach your desired
weight. Once you reach your desired weight, I recommend using CD#2
at least once every two weeks for long-term maintenance of your new
eating habits and your new weight. Remember, it’s the repetition of
the message that reinforces your new eating habits. It’s this
process that accounts for my clients’ high success-rates, and this
is why you need so few appointments with me. You are doing the
reinforcement yourself. In case you are wondering why listening to
the CD as you fall asleep is the best time, here’s why: All humans
experience a natural state of deep hypnosis as we are falling
asleep. Therefore, this is the best time to reinforce a change of
habit, behavior, preference or desire.
6.
How will I know if I need the third appointment? What’s different
about it?
You only need the third appointment if
you don’t experience all of the changes in eating habits we set out
to achieve. If the third visit is needed, I’ll use a different
technique and create a new CD for you. You’ll use the new CD for two
weeks and call or email me with your results. Over 80% of clients do
not need the third appointment, but in the interest of full
disclosure, it is a possibility. I want to be completely up-front
about this: less than 20% of people need the third session.
The
third session is
about 60 to 90 minutes.
7. Can I drive after the appointment?
Yes, of course. You’ll feel relaxed, but
you’re fully awake during and after the session.
8. Can this be done by phone?
Yes. The actual hypnosis session is not
conducted by phone. After we have the discussion and consultation on
the phone (just as we would do if you were in the office), I’ll then
record your CD. The CD is mailed to you for use at home. I have
helped hundreds of people all over the US, and abroad, without ever
meeting them. The success-rate is the same whether you come into the
office or not.
9. Can I address two issues at the same time?
Technically, the answer is yes. But my
policy is to work with one person at a time and address one issue at
a time. This is why my success-rate is so high. Working with
multiple people and multiple issues lowers the success-rate. I have
never conducted group sessions, nor have I addressed multiple issues
simultaneously, and I never will. Doing so is simply not prudent.
10. What’s the fee?
Please contact Linda, the office manager,
regarding fees. The phone number is 908-301-0039.
11.
What’s your success-rate for helping people change eating habits?
About 96% of my clients succeed when they
follow my directions. Directions will be provided in writing, so
you’ll know exactly what to do to maximize your long-term success.
We are also available to guide you by phone or email in the event
you have a question.
12. Can you guarantee my success?
I will tell you your chances of
success
based on my many years of experience working with thousands of
clients of all ages is about 96%.
13. When I get stressed or anxious I
eat. Will you help
me manage stress?
Yes. I teach every client a simple stress
management technique. Practicing the technique regularly will help
you succeed. In fact, it will help you in many ways, because people
who manage stress are overall healthier and happier.
14. So,
the bottom line is there are three steps to your weight-loss
approach?
Yes. To maximize success, you will need
to (A) have your private appointments (B) use your customized
recording as indicated, and (C) practice the stress management
technique that I teach you.
15. What is hypnosis?
Hypnosis is a relaxed state during which
your attention is highly focused. You are awake during hypnosis. You
are in control of yourself and your actions. You are aware of
everything going on. All you feel is relaxed. It’s equivalent to a
daydream. All humans experience a natural state of hypnosis as we
fall asleep at night. It’s that “twilight” state that we go through
just before falling asleep. You’ve been in that state thousands of
times in your life. Everyone has. There’s no such thing as a person
who does not experience the state of hypnosis.
16. Can you make me do something inappropriate during
hypnosis?
No. That only happens in the movies! You
always know what’s going on during the relaxed state of hypnosis
because you’re not asleep. You’re just relaxed.
17. Are those hypnosis acts in nightclubs and in the movies
real?
Of course not. Unfortunately, those silly
portrayals of hypnosis tarnish the public’s perception of hypnosis.
Remember, that’s an act, pure entertainment. No one can make you do
something you do not want to do while in the relaxed state of
hypnosis. You have my word as a professional: your experience in this
office will be nothing like what you have seen in movies or in
nightclubs.
18. Is it true medical hypnosis is recognized by the AMA?
Yes. The American Medical Association,
The American Dental Association and The American Psychological
Association all recognize hypnosis for its medicinal benefits. In
fact, the AMA recognized it in 1958, so it is not new and it is not
experimental. It’s a well-established, drug-free technique with
broad applications.
19. Why isn’t hypnosis more common in the US?
It’s more common in America than ever
before. But it’s much more common throughout the rest of the world.
Remember, the US healthcare system is a pharmaceutical-surgical
model of care. This means it is based primarily on the use of
medications and surgery. However, in areas of the world where
pharmaceutical companies have less of an influence, it’s quite
normal for a physician to incorporate drug-free techniques into his
or her practice. This is why the medical use of hypnosis is more
common outside the US. As more Americans demand more drug-free
treatments, medical hypnosis and other integrative techniques (such
as acupuncture) will become mainstreamed. Another reason medical
hypnosis is less popular here than other countries is due to the
many myths and misconceptions that surround it.
20. Is medical hypnosis new?
No, not at all. Hypnosis has been used in
all societies around the globe for centuries. Today, it’s practiced
in about 20% of US hospitals and it’s taught in many clinical
programs and universities, from Harvard to Oxford.
21. Is it true medical doctors and registered nurses
practice medical hypnosis?
Yes, some do. In fact, some dentists and
chiropractors are trained in it, too.
22. Why are there are so many myths about hypnosis?
There are so many misconceptions about
hypnosis. I’ve been in health care for nearly 30 years, and I still
hear new misconceptions about it almost daily. So, take a moment to
read this. Know the facts. If you attempt to benefit from hypnosis,
going into the process with misguided notions will not help you
achieve and maintain your goals.
Myth: You’re asleep during hypnosis.
Fact: You’re not asleep. You’re just relaxed.
Myth: Some people don’t experience
hypnosis.
Fact: All humans pass through a state of hypnosis just before we
fall asleep at night.
Myth: You’re in a coma during hypnosis.
Fact: You’re not even asleep during hypnosis, so you can’t
possibly be in a coma.
Myth: You’re out of control during
hypnosis.
Fact: You are always in control of yourself, your thoughts, your
feelings and your actions.
Myth: You lose your moral values during
hypnosis.
Fact: Your values cannot be compromised during hypnosis.
Myth: Hypnosis is brainwashing.
Fact: You’re watching too many movies! This can’t happen.
Myth: Only geniuses experience hypnosis.
Fact: Hypnosis is experienced by all people, regardless of
intellect.
Myth: Only gullible people experience
hypnosis.
Fact: Hypnosis is experienced by all people, regardless of
intellect.
Myth: Only children experience hypnosis.
Fact: Hypnosis is experienced by all people, regardless of age.
Myth: Women are more successful with
hypnosis compared to men.
Fact: Gender has no impact on success.
23. Will my life or medical insurance go down when I
lose weight?
Many insurance plans reward their
customers with lower premiums when they lose weight. Check with your
insurance agent about this.
24. Is it true I can deduct the cost of your services on my
taxes?
This might be the case. Please ask a
certified public accountant (CPA) about this, as I cannot give tax
advice.
25. What’s your professional background?
Click here to see my resume.
26. Can I read some testimonials?
Following are a few unsolicited
testimonials from the hundreds we get every year. Each testimonial
reprinted here is an exact quote as it appears in the client’s
letter. All testimonial letters are on file in the office for your
review. You are welcome to come in and peruse these files. Please
call first (908-301-0039) to be sure Linda, the office manager, will
be in when you stop by. Due to federal confidentiality laws, I
cannot disclose the names of the clients who were nice enough to
take the time to write.
“You are right. I just don’t want to
eat the way I used to. This is nothing like a diet. I have had a
true change of mind about food. I lost 35 pounds. And I am keeping
it off as easily as I lost it. If I were on a diet, I’d already be
giving in to temptation. But I simply don’t crave the junk anymore.
And if I don’t want it, how can I be tempted by it? You have been so
good to me. Thank you for everything.”
Samantha E., a teacher in Union County, NJ,
needed three appointments to change her food preferences and portion
sizes.
“You might recall that I was referred
to you by my orthopedic surgeon in West Orange. He wouldn’t do my
knee replacement until I lost 50 pounds. It would have never
happened without your help. I am having surgery next week and just
wanted to say how much I appreciate you.”
Harris V., a small business owner in Passaic
County, NJ, needed two appointments to change his food preferences
and portion sizes.
“As you know, I reached my goal
weight loss of 115 pounds. But did you know that it’s been four
years since I lost it? I have been on diet after diet. The
difference with hypnosis is that I don’t want to eat the way I used
to. It’s like I have new software in my head, and that software says
focus on small portions and healthy choices. I know I could eat
anything, but I just want the good stiff. I’m not deprived of a
thing, just as you said. Thank you, thank you, thank you.”
Lauren L., a teacher from Passaic County,
NJ, needed three appointments to change her food preferences and
portion sizes.
“I read your book. Then I made the
appointment. I am doing so well. I’m losing weight not because I’m
depriving myself, but because I don’t want to eat the way I used to.
Weight loss is really about changing the mind... the belly fat
follows! I can’t say it any other way other than it’s like a
reprogramming of what food means to me.”
Kelly R., a college student from New Haven,
CT, needed two appointments to change her food preferences and
portion sizes.
“I love you. I Love you. I love you.
135 pounds gone.”
Karen L., an educational consultant from
Union County, NJ, opted for my support program. She’s been at her
goal weight for five years and sees me about once every few weeks.
“You, Dr. Glassman, are going to
heaven. There’s no doubt about it.”
Shelly G., a retired registered nurse from
Chicago, IL, needed two appointments to change her food preferences
and portion sizes.
“I love living in a world where food
isn’t in control of me. I’m not deprived of anything.”
Sharon C., a homemaker in Passaic County,
NJ, needed two appointments to change her food preferences and
portion sizes.
"I remember you telling me that you
used to be obese, so you’ll totally understand what I’m going to
tell you. It is the greatest feeling in the world to no longer live
to eat. I will never forget how you helped me conquer this struggle
I was in, and it really was a struggle. I’ve been ‘free’ now for
more than five years, and it’s wonderful.”
Liz Y., an electrical engineer from Passaic
County, NJ, needed two appointments to change her food preferences
and portion sizes.
“I was referred to you by my wife. I
watched her lose over 60 pounds with your approach. If I didn’t see
it I wouldn’t have believed it. Her blood pressure is normal again
and her blood sugar is better than it’s been in ten years, according
to her doctor. In fact, she’s off her medication now. I’m coming in
to see you next week. I’m ready to do this. I just wanted you to see
this email before I came for my appointment.”
Merrill T., a retired postal employee from
Union County, NJ, writing on behalf of his wife, Elinor.
Elinor needed three appointments to change her food preferences and
portion sizes.
“My cardiologist gave me your name
saying that several of his patients have come to you for weight loss
and smoking cessation. I was surprised that a medical doctor
believed in going to a therapist that didn’t use medication. I am so
appreciate of his referral and for meeting you. I am doing so well
and I am not struggling or feeling deprived of anything. I just want
to eat less and I no longer use food to feel good. I sincerely thank
you.”
Glenn K., a real estate broker in Union
County, NJ, needed two appointments to change his food preferences
and portion sizes.
“It’s been three years since you
helped me stop smoking and since I lost almost 100 pounds. I feel
great. I know I say this every year, but, once again, thank you for
everything. You are an important part of my life.”
Dennis L., a small business owner in Union
County, NJ, needed two appointments to change his food preferences
and portion sizes (and one visit for smoking cessation).
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